2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | 335 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
